The Statute of Limitations in Alabama for Personal Injury Cases
As per Alabama law, an individual who sustains injuries because of the negligent actions of another individual typically has two years from the date they sustained those injuries to file a personal injury claim. This is known as the ‘statute of limitations’, and the case could be dismissed if it is missed by even a single day.
Regardless of your state of residence, you cannot wait too long when filing a personal injury claim. Like all states, Alabama has a statute of limitations depending on your case type. If you fail to file your lawsuit within the deadline, your personal injury case could be dismissed.
If you need clarification on whether your case is within the statute of limitations, give Attorney April Collins a call. The legal team at Collins Law is knowledgeable and can help answer your questions. We can discuss your situation, determine whether you are eligible to file a claim, and guide you through the process. Your first consultation call is free.
For more details on the statute of limitations for filing a personal injury claim, keep reading…
Alabama’s 2-Year Rule for Filing a Personal Injury Claim
As per Alabama law, an individual who sustains injuries because of the negligent actions of another individual typically has two years from the date they sustained those injuries to file a personal injury claim. This is known as the ‘statute of limitations’, and the case could be dismissed if it is missed by even a single day.
When working with the team at Collins Law, we can help you file a claim and make sure the chances of your claim getting dismissed are low. For example, as the injured party, you must ensure that you name the defendant correctly in your case. For example, if you sue a person named John Doe and the statute of limitations passes before you realize you had to sue a Ken Doe, it will be too late to do anything about it; your case could be dismissed.
April Collins, a skilled personal injury lawyer in Birmingham, will prevent this by ensuring the details surrounding your case are accurate. She will also review your accident before preparing a case to ensure it can be filed well within the statute of limitations.
Remember that most lawyers will not take on a case close to the deadline because they need sufficient time to prepare your claim.
Statute of Limitations Exceptions
There are exceptions to Alabama’s statute of limitations when filing a personal injury claim which can extend the timeline:
- If the injured party is younger than 19 years of age
- If the injured party is legally insane
In either of these cases, they are considered to have a legal disability, and while it remains, the statute of limitations will be paused. Once it ends, the clock will start, and the two-year limit will be recognized. So, for instance, if a 16-year-old gets injured in a car accident, the two-year statute of limitations will not be in effect until they turn 19.
Contact Collins Law for a Free Personal Injury Consultation Today
Did you sustain injuries because of someone else’s negligence? You should aim to file your personal injury claim as soon as possible to ensure you get the compensation you deserve.
Not sure where to start? At Collins Law, we offer free case evaluations and can help point you in the right direction. Our team will answer your questions and help you start on solid footing. Attorney April Collins is passionate about helping people and will work hard to ensure your claim is filed accurately and on time.
Contact Collins Law today and let us get started!